Miriam Schlein Appraisal

Amazing Mr. Pelgrew by Miriam Schlein

This is a vintage hardcover edition of the children's book 'Amazing Mr. Pelgrew', authored by Miriam Schlein and originally illustrated by Harvey Weiss. This specific volume features a light grey or sage-colored cloth binding with the title and central illustration lithographed or screen-printed in a vibrant orange ink. The cover depicts two figures: a tall man in a hat and a small child, rendered in a mid-century minimalist illustrative style. Physically, the book shows signs of its age and previous use; there is visible bumping and wear to the spine and corners, indicating use in a library or home environment. A prominent yellow '$.99' price sticker is adhered to the outer spine edge, suggesting it was recently in a secondary market or thrift setting. There is also a small yellowish stain or scuff mark near the bottom center of the front cover. Based on the publication history of this title, this edition likely dates to the late 1950s or 1960s. The binding appears to be a library-style or reinforced cloth binding, intended for durability in children's collections. The lack of a dust jacket is common for books of this era that have transitioned through heavy circulation.